Late model Meaning in English
expression
ˈɫeɪt/ /ˈmɑdəɫ
LAYT MOD-uhl
lˈeɪt/ /mˈɒdəl
LAYT MOD-uhl
Definition
Describes a product, usually a car, that was made recently or is from one of the most current versions available.
Usage & Nuances
Most common with cars ('late model car'), but can apply to electronics or appliances. Implies it's not brand new, but from a recent year—almost new. Used in classified ads or sales. Don't confuse with 'latest model'—'late model' may be a year or two old.
Spanish: modelo reciente - modelo nuevoPortuguese (BR): modelo recente - modelo novoPortuguese (PT): modelo recente - modelo novoChinese (Simplified): 新款 - 最新型Chinese (Traditional): 新款 - 最新型Hindi: नया मॉडल - हाल का मॉडलArabic: طراز حديث - موديل جديدBengali: সাম্প্রতিক মডেল - নতুন মডেলRussian: поздняя модель - новая модельJapanese: 新型モデル - 最新モデルVietnamese: mẫu đời mới - mẫu mớiKorean: 최신 모델 - 최신형Turkish: yeni model - son modelUrdu: نیا ماڈل - حالیہ ماڈلIndonesian: model terbaru - model baru
Example Sentences
He bought a late model car last year.
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This store sells only late model electronics.
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A late model phone usually has new features.
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I'm looking for a used car, but I want a late model if possible.
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Our office computers are all late model for better performance.
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A late model appliance uses less energy than older ones.
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